Beschorneria yuccoides vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Beschorneria yuccoides

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Large rosette succulent from Mexico related to agave with tall red flower stalks, used in Mexican folk medicine.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

saponins, flavonoids, vitamins

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Traditional Mexican folk medicine for wound healing, Used in Central Mexican communities for digestive conditions

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Traditional folk medicine

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Topical sap for wounds

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

No specific contraindications established

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Mild skin irritation

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E